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Several hundred keen cycle enthusiasts have donned their Spandex one-piece kits and crash hats, so they can join gold medal winner Bradley Wiggins on his 160km (100-mile) training ride through the outstanding natural beauty of Lancashire's country roads.

I have a few thoughts on the passing of another Olympics, and on the Olympics in general, and I’ll begin by admitting I’ve not met anyone who's competed at the Games and yet whenever a fellow Canadian wins I jump about like he or she is my best friend

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As the games of the 30th Summer Olympiad come to an end, we tend to reminisce about the spectacular athletic feats we have witnessed over the last two weeks. There are of course many wonderful moments and athletes to focus on.

Seven athletes from the central African country Cameroon have disappeared while in Britain for the London Olympics. Five boxers, a swimmer and a soccer player are suspected of absconding to stay in Europe for economic reasons, reports Reuters.

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The prominent inclusion of Britain's National Health Service (NHS) in the Opening Ceremony of the 2012 London Olympics has angered conservative politicians and perplexed many American observers.

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Liam Corcoran, the 11-year old boy had neither a passport, nor a ticket. Yet, this boy without even a boarding pass managed to fly 1000 mile (1,700-km) on a passenger plane from England to Italy.

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London is gearing up for the Olympic Games, which open in just three weeks. As the capital prepares for a flood of visitors, its businesses are preparing new working practices to help alleviate transport congestion and keep things running smoothly.

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A severe warning of heavy rain has been issued by the Met Office for many parts of the UK. The worst affected areas will be the eastern side of the country, all the way from London to as far north as Edinburgh.

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Thousands of bus drivers in London are intending to go on strike for twenty-four hours on June 22 in a dispute over pay during the London 2012 Olympics. The action is being organized by the Unite union.

The market can ignore reality (bad news) for weeks, sometimes months, at a time. This summer’s rally may take out the year’s highs but will be the last opportunity for money managers to enhance long returns in 2012.

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As tourists prepare to flock to London for the 2012 Olympic Games they will need to carry plenty of pounds to cope with the exorbitant price of food and drinks at the games. Twitter users have denounced the prices as a "shocker."

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The British military has told residents of an apartment complex near the Olympic Park in east London that it will be installing surface-to-air missiles on top of the building as part of security measures for the 2012 London Olympic Games.

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Remember Neville Bardos, the incredible horse who cheated death twice to become USEF horse of the year? He's enjoying some pampering as one of only four American horses short-listed for the eventing competition in the 2012 Olympics.

British Prime Minister David Cameron has said he does not have any problem with Dow Chemical sponsoring the London 2012 Olympics. The company has its critics who say it is closely linked with Union Carbide, the company behind the Bhopal disaster.

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The Starstreak high velocity missile system is part of the proposed ground-based air defence measures which will provide security during the London Olympics

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Rosannagh Maclennan wins Trampoline gold: Gold medallist Rosannagh Maclennan of Canada stands with her medal after Trampoline on Day 8 of the Olympic Games at North Greenwich Arena

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Sue Bird #6 of United States celebrates after a basket in the second half with teammate Lindsay Whalen #4 against France in the Women's Basketball Gold Medal game on Day 15 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at North Greenwich Arena

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Melanie Schlanger of Australia gives the 'thumbs up' after she competes in heat 7 of the women's 100m Freestyle on Day 5 of the London 2012 Olympic Games

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Jack Oliver of Great Britain reacts to his successful lift while competing during the men's 77kg Weightlifting on Day 5.

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London 2012 Games: Artists impression of the completed Olympic Park

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Mexico Football team: Mexico won gold in the men's Football competition following a 2-1 win over Brazil on Day 15 at London 2012

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Great Britain in Synchronised Swimming action

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Fireworks ignite over the Olympic Stadium during the Opening Ceremony

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The Olympic Stadium from above on Day 10 of the Games

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Many empty seats were seen during the Women's Football first round Group F Match between Japan and Sweden at City of Coventry Stadium

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Gold medallist Michael Phelps of the USA poses on the podium during the medal ceremony for the Men's 100m Butterfly Final on Day 7 of the London Olympics

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Runners leave the starters blocks to start the men's 100m final on Day 9 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

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Fireworks are set off over the Olympic Stadium during the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games on 27 July 2012

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Gold Medallists Michael Phelps, Conor Dwyer, Ryan Lochte and Ricky Berens of the United States pose with the medals won the Men's 4 x 200m Freestyle Relay final at the Aquatics Centre.